STEP 1: THE CONSULTATION
STEP 2: THE DIAGNOSIS
A full physical examination
During the physical exam, our spine specialists will assess your symptoms and pain levels. This process can reveal important information that will guide the process moving forward.
Imaging tests
Imaging tests – including MRIs, CT scans, and X-rays – are commonly involved in the diagnostic process. These tests allow us to visualize the structures deep within your body so that we can pinpoint the precise cause of your pain.
Diagnostic tests
Diagnostic tests involve injecting an anesthetic into an area that we suspect is causing your pain – such as the sacroiliac joint, the facet joint, or a spinal disc. If the medication briefly relieves your symptoms, we can confirm the source of your discomfort.
STEP 3: CONSERVATIVE TREATMENT APPROACHES
Once we have obtained a definitive diagnosis, we typically begin with conservative treatment approaches in an attempt to resolve your condition in the least invasive way possible.
Depending on your diagnosis, this process may include a combination of the following:
- Steroid injections
- Physical therapy
- Pain medication
- Chiropractic care
- Hot and cold compresses
- Stretches
STEP 4: SURGICAL INTERVENTION
If conservative treatments are not successful in restoring your pain-free lifestyle, surgery may be necessary. In this case, our orthopedic surgeons will counsel you on your options and review the risks, benefits, and expected outcomes of the proposed procedure.
If you decide to move forward with back surgery, we will guide and support you throughout the entire process, ensuring that you receive safe, effective, and comprehensive care that successfully resolves your pain and helps to restore an improved quality of life.
A few of the back surgeries we offer include:
- Total disc replacement
- Decompressive surgery
- Minimally-invasive spine surgery
- Minimally-invasive spine surgery
- Laser spine surgery
- Spinal fusion
- And more
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